The department’s programs are built on developing you as an individual through practical production experiences, development of your skills in studio classes, and enriching your creative abilities through academic classroom experiences. We endeavor to look at each student as an individual, considering your desires and goals within the framework of a solid education.The theatre environment can be quite competitive and they’ll learn to solve problems using critical thought processes in creative ways. Theatre means you’re working with others intimately and independently, you are goal oriented, a self-starter and you have respect for deadlines. But above all, you have fun!

Some typical jobs in theatre include but are not limited to: Actor, Artistic Director, Box Office Manager, Business Manager, Drama Coach, Dramaturge, Director, House Manager, Makeup Arts, Playwright, Producer, Production Manager, Scenic Designer, Scenic Painter, Sound Designer, Special Effects Designer, Stage Crew, Stage Manager, Technical Director, Theatre Consultant, Theatre Critic, Theatre Educator, Vocal Coach, Movement Coach.The B.A. in Theatre is a program well-suited for those who may eventually want to pursue advanced degrees in theatre such as the M.A., M.F.A. or Ph.D.